Photographing your Pet
- Camera should be lowered to dog's level.
- Photograph outside.
- Backgrounds add to the beauty of portraiture. Do, however, try to eliminate distractions (unwanted interiors, people, etc.) which are not to be included and merely clutter the shot.
- Use 150mm - 200mm lens, especially when taking head shots, to minimize distortion.
- Employ a partner to stand behind you and help with toys or gestures to capture expressions. Tether dog if necessary.
- Take several rolls of film. There are seldom more than one or two good shots in a dozen. Look at your pictures critically. Chose those which best illustrate your dog's unique anatomy. Do the eyes show or are they dark holes? Does the expression indicate your dog's character and individuality?
- Send me several snapshots, indicating your favorites. I will return them when the painting is complete.